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20 gadgets under $20 that you'll actually use every day

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By Team CommerceMashable Deals2017-08-07 12:36:23 UTC

There are plenty of products out there that cost less than $20, but most of them never get used. A USB drive that works in outer space? Can’t imagine a situation where that would come in handy unless perhaps you're Richard Branson. Are you Richard Branson?

Anyway, here are 20 products under $20 that you will actually use every day.

Need somewhere to put your headphones when you’re not using them? Of course you do. This sturdy yet flexible hook lets you hang two sets of headphones under your desk so they’re out of the way when you don’t need them. Pretty handy.

Plain water is boring, but this bottle infuses it with your favorite fruit, vegetable, or herb. Perfect for those of us who are trying to cut out sugary drinks, but still crave a beverage with some flavor.

Fingers are great for many things, but they’re no substitute for a good stylus. This stylus can be used for all kinds of tablet activities, like taking notes, drawing, typing, and playing games. It also retracts when it’s not in use so you don’t have to worry about it accidentally breaking.

Carrying around iPhone and Android cables is a pain. You know what’s not a pain? One cable that does both. Perfect for anyone that swings both ways or has random micro-USB gadgets like Kindles or headphones.

You never know when you’re gonna need survival gear, so you might as well keep it on you at all times. This rugged keychain contains 1.5 meters of military-grade emergency braided paracord and flint and steel firestarters. Who else can say their keys are capable of holding 550 pounds?

If a regular iPhone charger and an external battery had a baby, it would be this. You can plug the NomadPlus into the wall and charge your iPhone normally, or you can take it with you and charge your smartphone anywhere. It also has a USB port for charging non-Apple devices too.

The Magic Mouse is pretty magical, so it’s only logical that a grip designed for it would be magical too. MagicGrips widens and relaxes your grip and gives you big concave surfaces to rest your fingers. It’s great for all hand sizes, especially big ones.

Covering your laptop camera with tape so you don’t get hacked makes sense. It’s just ugly. Protect your privacy in style with these sleek, modern camera covers. This set comes with six covers and works with your desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

If you love cameras and coffee, then this is the perfect gift for you. It stirs your drink for you, and works with hot and cold liquids. The only thing it doesn’t do is take pictures, but that's what your phone is for, right?

Unless you've been living under a rock, you should know it's unsafe to look down at your phone while driving. Get this mount and you can easily put it at eye level. It even comes with a camera screw on the back so you can attach it to a tripod. Plus, it's pretty.

Some of us like to spin things while we fidget, but that’s so last month. With its ergonomic shape, rust-resistant construction, and quiet spins, the Orbiter is the better way to get a handle on distractions.

Wired headphones get the job done, but wireless headphones can make you feel way more streamlined. Whether you’re at the gym or on the road, you’ll get an unparalleled listening experience with the BK Sport Bluetooth Headphones. Durable and tangle-proof, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them.

Nothing’s worse than packing a salad in the morning and discovering hours later that it’s soggy and gross. Especially when your coworkers just ordered burritos. The Salad-to-Go Container has multiple compartments so everything stays separate until you’re ready to mix it together.

Smartphone cameras are great, but they limit you to one lens. With the Acesori kit, you can easily give your phone camera a DSLR feel with attachable fish eye, wide angle, or macro lenses. You can quickly change them on the fly and capture all kinds of shots that you could never capture before.

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